Alheira de Caça com Ovo e Vegetais Verdes
Game Sausage with Fried Egg and Green Vegetables (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: omit fries or rice completely. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Portuguese smoked game sausage, typically pan-fried, served with a perfect sunny-side-up fried egg and a side of sautéed green vegetables, omitting starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Alheira de caça (game sausage – inquire about bread content), eggs, olive oil, garlic, green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli).
How to make it keto
Omit fries or rice completely. Request a simple side of sautéed green vegetables. It is crucial to inquire about the sausage ingredients, as traditional alheiras often contain significant breadcrumbs (pão); prioritize 'de caça' (game) versions, which often have less bread.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Na Alheira de Caça, por favor, sem batatas fritas ou arroz. Só vegetais verdes salteados. Pode confirmar se a alheira tem pouco ou nenhum pão?
For the Alheira de Caça, please no fries or rice. Just sautéed green vegetables. Can you confirm the alheira has minimal or no breadcrumbs?
Watch out for
Alheira typically contains bread (pão) for texture and as a filler, which is the primary carb risk. Fries or rice are standard sides.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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